There is a definite challenge that comes with any change of eating style. It goes far beyond switching up the way we eat, reaching us on a metaphysical level.

The first couple of weeks on keto were the hardest. At first, I felt like I was missing out by eating only keto-friendly foods- a challenging feeling to sit with when I’ve been in the business of showing thousands of women how to transform this way of perceiving eating style changes.

The frustration of not knowing what to eat, how to order keto-friendly foods at restaurants and how best to stay strong, patient and accepting has slowly began to fall into a rhythm. Each day is easier. So I didn’t get overwhelmed, I prepared keto “snack plates” (examples of my keto meals on my Instagram page) to help me effortlessly keep track of my macro nutrient ratios and the affect each individual food has on my body.

Now that I’ve gotten my feet a bit wet in the ketogenic style, my keto recipe ideas are beginning to stir. The first, was to create a high-fiber bread that was low-carb, keto, moderate protein and extremely high in fiber (I’m aiming for 30 grams of fiber/day so need all the help I can get). The beauty of this low-carb, keto bread recipe is that it goes beyond being good for sandwiches. You can toast it, you can freeze it, you can travel with it… it’s so versatile!

The lignans in flaxseed alter the way estrogens are metabolized in your body, making them safer, and the fiber helps keep digestion running smoothly (make sure to drink lots of water!). This keto bread is just too good to be true, really.

Whether you’re grain-free, dairy-free or playing around with a low-carb, keto approach, you have to try this bread. If there’s one bit of advice I can give you? Double up on the recipe, for real.

Preheat oven to 350F and line a 13x9 baking pan with parchment paper draped over the sides. Set aside.

Combine flax seed with baking powder, herb mix and sea salt in a large bowl. Whisk to combine fully and set aside.

Add eggs, water and oil to the jug of your high-powered blender. Blend on high for 30 seconds, until foamy.

Transfer liquid mixture to the bowl with the flaxseed mixture. Stir with a spatula, just until incorporated. The mixture will be very fluffy. Once incorporated, allow to sit for 3 minutes.

Drop mixture into prepared baking pan. Smooth with the back of the spatula and transfer the pan to the preheated oven.

Bake bread for 20 minutes, until top is golden. Remove from the oven and lift bread (from the parchment paper sides) to a cooling rack. Peel the parchment paper from the bottom of the bread and allow the bread to cool on the cooling rack for an hour.

Cut into 12 pieces.

Bread can be toasted or frozen. Keeps in the fridge for 3-4 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months.

I like grinding my own flax at home with this spice grinder ($35). This recipe does best with roughly ground flax. If you do not have (or want) a spice grinder, Bob’s Red Mill has a great roughly ground flaxseed that works very well for this recipe.

As you can see below, I used my high-powered blender to make the liquid ingredients very foamy and wonderful. This is the key to this keto bread recipe. Whether you have a high-powered blender, or a little handheld, work your foaming action!

The batter will be fluffy. Don’t try to kill the fluff. Mix, let it sit.

Draping the parchment paper over the sides will allow for easy lifting once the keto bread is complete.

I used homemade keto bacon mayo as the topping for this photograph (recipe coming soon!).

The Healthful Pursuit community is filled with women on a journey of transforming their health through adjustments to their eating style (like switching to keto!). If you’ve experimented with keto in the past and would like to share your experience, I’d love to chat with you in the comments::

What challenges have you faced when changing an aspect of your eating style?

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Giving this a try! Have you ever tried baking cheese into the top of it? That’s half the reason I used to buy focaccia at the grocery store – because of things like cheese and jalapenos and sundried tomatoes baked into it :)

hello – just curious for replacing eggs. For those who are making it egg free – do you use 5 tbsps. of flaxseed meal with 15 tsps. of water? I see lots of people do it egg free – but I need specifics please. measurements?

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In 26 years, I’ve tried pretty much every diet and weight loss gimmick that exists! Now that I’ve discovered keto (thanks to Leanne), I feel happier, healthier, and more successful (not to mention lighter), than I ever have in my life!

 Tiffany

Thank you, Leanne. I’m following you from Switzerland! I just cured fibromyalgia with your Fat Fueled version of the ketogenic diet in only 1 month (and lost 4kg) after several years of suffering, medications and expensive exams. Thank you for your videos!

 Anna

I ADORE YOU!! Your podcast is changing my life and the filter in which I view myself especially postpartum. It is no longer about weight loss, but feeling the best I can as a mom! I bought your Keto Diet book and am excited to join your Facebook group as well! Thanks from the bottom of my heart. I literally can’t stop telling everyone to listen!!

 Whitney

I’ve been on the ketogenic diet for a little over a year now, and Leanne’s advice and knowledge have helped me tremendously. One of the hardest things for me at the beginning was finding foods that were keto-friendly and actually tasted good. After using all of Leanne’s recipes, I don’t struggle with sticking to a low-carb, high-fat lifestyle anymore. And I no longer have the symptoms of depression and anxiety that used to shadow me when I didn’t follow this way of eating. I used to wake up feeling tired and had to drink tons of coffee just to get through my day. Now after following Leanne’s advice and using her recipes, I’ve finally started to have mental clarity and energy, with ZERO cups of coffee.

I love this program! After watching some of Leanne’s videos, I decided to take a risk by eating high-fat. My body has healed SO MUCH over the past few months. Fat fueled is an awesome guide to eating high fat and healing your body.

 Luise

I’ve been devouring your No Sugarcoating podcast; I love you and Amber. I’m about halfway through the Fat Fueled Audiobook. I truly appreciate Leanne’s positive, “listen to your body” message. Please keep doing what you are doing. I am feeling so much better eating this way.

 Winni

I have had issues with my menstrual cycle and being on oral contraceptives. I saw my physician and she is supportive of my whole food keto lifestyle and is supportive of me going off hormones for birth control. I want to thank you for being so open about your experiences and inspiring me to find my path. I think I’m on the right path now to find what works to be my best self.

 Amanda

You. Are. AMAZING! I have been struggling for years with health issues (joint pain, fatigue, weight gain, skin issues, depression, anxiety… the list goes on). I have been gluten free for over a decade and started Paleo three years ago. I have listened to paleo podcasts for years and continued to tweak my diet, hoping for a solution to my health problems. Paleo helped a bit but I still had all of the issues, just to a lesser degree. After being diagnosed with hypothyroidism, I tried autoimmune paleo and finally came across your podcast. I immediately went “keto” and within 3 days I had ENGERY, I could THINK, I was no longer depressed! I am now 3 weeks in and couldn’t wait any longer to let you know how thankful I am for you and your work. Not only is the content life changing, but you present it in such an easily digestible way. You are open and so thorough that you literally answer all of the questions I have before I can ask them. I could say so much more… but for now. Thank you for all you do!

 Sarah

Thank you for all of your positive videos and amazing knowledge. I used to eat fast food almost every day and I was 110kg (242 lbs), but I’m now down to a healthy 77kg (170 lbs). I started out eating paleo, but have recently changed to your keto eating plan and I am very excited!

 Sheldyn

Leanne, I have learned so much from you! My three sisters, mom, and I are all eating your way of keto now. Because of your podcast I feel like we can all have a healthier relationship with food and a healthier view of what we want for our bodies. So thank you thank you thank you for who you are and what you do!!!

 Amy

Deciding to go ketogenic was one of the best decisions I made. The keto lifestyle has not only helped me get closer to my goal weight, but it has given me an abundance of energy, has boosted my confidence, and has helped me overcome depression.

 Emily

I thank GOD I found your podcast after unsuccessfully trying to do keto for months, the internet is a confusing and conflicting place. I got The Keto Diet, my keto handbook, and I look forward to each and every podcast. I too come from a history of eating disorder (in my 30s, I’m now my healthiest and about to turn 50) so I love your fair, impartial, balanced approach and the fact that you speak openly about triggers! Love you!

 Michelle

After reading your blog for about a year I finally bought your book, The Keto Diet, and started eating keto almost 2 weeks ago. I’m 57 and fearful of Alzheimer’s, and my mind seems clearer and more focused. Yesterday, I found myself licking my salad plate to get all the yummy fat off of it! Thanks so much for all your info and help!

 Sharon

Love your book and love your podcasts. I had an issue with my heart a year ago and it scared me into taking that expensive blood test for food allergies. I had severe toxins from candida and horrible intolerance to sugar and turkey, among other things. My cardiologist said it wasn’t food allergies causing my heart issues, but for the first time I said “not yet” to a doctor wanting to do surgery. Six weeks later with no sugar, low carbs and healthy fats…heart issue is GONE! My doctor was baffled, and one year later I am 50 pounds less.

 Pam

I am loving your book, your podcasts, and all your videos! Since post menopause, I had most of the signs of pre-dementia, and this diet has been reversing them – it has been a true miracle for which I am eternally grateful. I believe it has saved my life. I plan to also incorporate the other health advice you give, such as yoga and breathing. Thank you so much for what you do!

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